"The landmark book Action Science introduced a revolutionary theory of Organizational inquiry that demonstrated ways to solve problems, enhance human development and learning, and promote individual, organizational, and social change. Now, Chris Argyris translates the powerful theoretical approach presented in that work into practical advice for researchers and managers." "Knowledge for Action presents a step-by-step description of how to assess an organization's capacity to learn, analyze the data, and design and implement effective interventions that help create a more dynamic and innovative organization. Argyris demonstrates how his proven research methods produce actionable knowledge - knowledge that tests the validity of the research methods themselves when used in day-to-day operations - and calls for a genuine partnership between professionals and researchers both to implement the research properly and to test its results in everyday life." "Using a detailed case study of a professional service organization, Argyris illustrates how to reduce counterproductive politics and implement change from the top down. Drawing from interviews with and observations of top management, he shows how to identify and correct defensive routines and political problems that occur in organizations. By presenting transcripts of actual discussions, the author reveals how previously "undiscussable" problems can be resolved and how adversarial relationships can be turned into productive partnerships. He includes checklists, charts, and scoring procedures that researchers and line managers can use to make lasting changes to the status quo."--Jacket.Jossey-Bass management series.OrganisationswandelKnowledge for action.Online version:Handbooks and manualsKnowledge for action : a guide to overcoming barriers to organizational change19931st ed.199327066954en27066954Organizational change--Handbooks, manuals, etcChangement organisationnelChangement organisationnel97815554251971555425194ArgyrisChrisChris Argyris19232013Organizational changeSan FranciscoJossey-BassGuide to overcoming barriers to organizational change.cau2016-08-19A Joint publication in the Jossey-Bass management series and the Jossey-Bass social and behavioral science seriesJossey-Bass social and behavioral science series.OrganisatieveranderingOrganizational change